Blade Types; Blade Selection - Craftsman 315.171071 Owner's Manual

Blade Stroke 1 in.
Horsepower 3/4
Input 6.0 Amperes
Rating 120 volts, 60 Hz, AC
No Load Speed 0 - 2500 SPM
Switch Variable Speed
Shank Capacity 1/2 in.
Your reciprocating saw has been shipped completely
assembled except for the blade. Inspect it carefully to
make sure no breakage or damage has occurred
during shipping. If any parts are damaged or missing,
contact your nearest Sears Retail Store to obtain
replacement parts before attempting to operate saw.
An allen wrench, three blades, and this owner's
manual are included with saw Model No. 315.171071.
It also comes packed in a carrying case. An allen
wrench, one blade, and this owner's manual are
included with saw Model No. 315.171081. The
carrying case can be purchased separately for Model
No. 315.171081 at your nearest Sears Retail Store.
WARNING: If any parts are missing, do not
operate your saw until the missing parts are
replaced. Failure to do so could result in possible
serious personal injury.
The following recommended accessories are currently available at Sears Retail Stores.
ITEM LENGTH TEETH
NO. BLADE TYPES IN. PER IN.
289OO
For fast smooth cuts in woods, masonite, plastics, hard composition
board and all plunge cutting. Keyhole blade shape permits cutting in
hard to reach areas.
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28901 For fast rough cutsin green orfibrouswoods I in. orthicker, for notching 9 3
timber or joists, and for fast roughing-in.
28904 High speed steel blade for cutting ferrous metals less than 1/8 in. thick 4 24
and for cutting tubing or pipe with a 118 in. thick wall section or less.
28984 Designed for cutting flush to a wall or along a floor. For fast smooth 6 7
cuts in woods, plastics, and hard composition board.
28902 For fast, smooth, deep cuts through thick wood, plastic, composition 12 6
board, and hardboard.
28903 For rough cuts in wood. 6 14
WARNING: The use of attachments or accessories not listed above might be hazardous.
BLADE SELECTION
To Obtain the best performance from your saw it is important to select a specific blade for the particular application
and type of material you wish to cut. By doing this you will get a smoother faster cut and prolong blade life.
Replacement blades for this saw are available from your nearest Sears Retail Store.
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